ALVA Woodpeckers build home in woman’s house You may have heard of squatters, but this woman is dealing with squawkers. Who needs a rooster to wake up when you have woodpeckers?
FORT MYERS Man claims he was trapped in a high-rise for 5 days A 77-year-old man wants justice after he claims he spent days trapped on the 24th floor of a high-rise apartment building.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte Correctional prisoner arrested for death of another inmate State Attorney Amira Fox convened a grand jury, which decided to move forward with a case against a Charlotte Correctional inmate.
SANIBEL Construction near Dairy Queen eagle nest on Sanibel raises concerns While many eagle nests may be a bit difficult to see, one nest has always been a favorite for Sanibel residents and tourists.
The environmental effects of artificial sweeteners Experts are studying how the foods we eat affect the environment, especially after we flush our waste down the toilet.
Victim reacts to man exposing himself to her Ring camera You get a notification on your phone from your ring camera app that someone is at the door, only to find out it is someone exposing themselves. It’s the last thing victim Maria Kivi wanted or expected to see last week.
LEE COUNTY The art of capturing your eye and drawing you in How do you capture young, hip, trendy, fun, movers and shakers, all in a pose? We take you behind the scenes of a Gulfshore Life cover shoot.
FORT MYERS The lives of two SJC Boxers changed in the ring Two SJC Boxers, Mario Nunez and Arbon Kurtishi, help each other in the ring as each of them had their lives changed because of boxing.
FORT MYERS Chlamydia cases rising sharply in Lee County If you think about a crowded space- something with more than 250 people- if it’s in Lee county, statistically one person has chlamydia.
SANIBEL Sanibel resort day passes hope to get more business on the island A pass will allow vacationers to hang out at a Sanibel beach club for a day in hopes of drumming up some business.
Voting equipment tested ahead of Lee County elections Voting equipment is being tested in Lee County. This is to ensure all ballots are printed and counted correctly for the upcoming election.
Collier County teen assaulted after leaving party The teen has been charged and the sheriff’s office said they’re aware that many believe felony charges are in order, but under Florida law, there are very specific criteria that must be met for felony charges to be filed.
WINK weather team watching tropical wave over Atlantic Ocean The Weather Authority is watching a tropical disturbance over the Central Atlantic Ocean.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral drug bust leads investigators to fake fentanyl, cash and guns Cape Coral man arrest on drug charges. Investigators said they found, guns, drugs, and more than $32,000 in Richard Riley’s home.
NAPLES Naples youth flag football team to compete in Ohio tournament This weekend, the Naples Lunatics Green will compete in the Superhero Sports tournament in Canton, Ohio.
ALVA Woodpeckers build home in woman’s house You may have heard of squatters, but this woman is dealing with squawkers. Who needs a rooster to wake up when you have woodpeckers?
FORT MYERS Man claims he was trapped in a high-rise for 5 days A 77-year-old man wants justice after he claims he spent days trapped on the 24th floor of a high-rise apartment building.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte Correctional prisoner arrested for death of another inmate State Attorney Amira Fox convened a grand jury, which decided to move forward with a case against a Charlotte Correctional inmate.
SANIBEL Construction near Dairy Queen eagle nest on Sanibel raises concerns While many eagle nests may be a bit difficult to see, one nest has always been a favorite for Sanibel residents and tourists.
The environmental effects of artificial sweeteners Experts are studying how the foods we eat affect the environment, especially after we flush our waste down the toilet.
Victim reacts to man exposing himself to her Ring camera You get a notification on your phone from your ring camera app that someone is at the door, only to find out it is someone exposing themselves. It’s the last thing victim Maria Kivi wanted or expected to see last week.
LEE COUNTY The art of capturing your eye and drawing you in How do you capture young, hip, trendy, fun, movers and shakers, all in a pose? We take you behind the scenes of a Gulfshore Life cover shoot.
FORT MYERS The lives of two SJC Boxers changed in the ring Two SJC Boxers, Mario Nunez and Arbon Kurtishi, help each other in the ring as each of them had their lives changed because of boxing.
FORT MYERS Chlamydia cases rising sharply in Lee County If you think about a crowded space- something with more than 250 people- if it’s in Lee county, statistically one person has chlamydia.
SANIBEL Sanibel resort day passes hope to get more business on the island A pass will allow vacationers to hang out at a Sanibel beach club for a day in hopes of drumming up some business.
Voting equipment tested ahead of Lee County elections Voting equipment is being tested in Lee County. This is to ensure all ballots are printed and counted correctly for the upcoming election.
Collier County teen assaulted after leaving party The teen has been charged and the sheriff’s office said they’re aware that many believe felony charges are in order, but under Florida law, there are very specific criteria that must be met for felony charges to be filed.
WINK weather team watching tropical wave over Atlantic Ocean The Weather Authority is watching a tropical disturbance over the Central Atlantic Ocean.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral drug bust leads investigators to fake fentanyl, cash and guns Cape Coral man arrest on drug charges. Investigators said they found, guns, drugs, and more than $32,000 in Richard Riley’s home.
NAPLES Naples youth flag football team to compete in Ohio tournament This weekend, the Naples Lunatics Green will compete in the Superhero Sports tournament in Canton, Ohio.
Memorial Day celebrated across Southwest Florida.(CREDIT: WINK News) Memorial Day, a day of remembrance for those who have died in the military, honors those who have served in the armed forces. Ceremonies, parades, and the decoration of graves mark the day, which is celebrated every year across the country. Some events being held on Memorial Day in Southwest Florida are: Lee County Cape Memorial Day Service Coral Ridge Funeral Home & Cemetery Veterans Honor Garden Located at 950 Chiquita Blvd S. 10 a.m. The service brings together community leaders and veteran organizations to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Memorial Day at The Courtyard This event benefits the Southwest Florida Military Museum. Hosted by Gulf Coast Town Center 9903 Gulf Coast Main Street, Fort Myers, FL 33913 Monday, May 27 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Memorial Day Service Guest speaker for the Memorial Day Service is U.S. Air Force Lieutenant General Robert J. Elder Jr. Hosted by The City of Bonita Springs Veterans Advisory Committee Downtown Bonita Springs Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds St. Monday, May 27 Starts at 9 a.m. Memorial Day Hosted by Margaritaville Beach Resort 251 Crescent St, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 Monday, May 27 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Charlotte County Memorial Day Program The Vietnam Wall of Southwest Florida 200 Harbor Walk Dr., Punta Gorda 9:30 a.m. The program is sponsored by the Charlotte County Veterans Council. It will include a Presentation of the Colors, a 21-gun Salute, the playing of Taps, and ending with Amazing Grace on the bagpipes. YMCA Memorial Day 5K Hosted by the Punta Gorda YMCA Laishley Park Nesbit Street, Punta Gorda, FL 33955 Monday, May 27 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. A Patriotic Sunset Hosted by Painting with a Twist 18700 Veterans Blvd, Suite #8, Port Charlotte, FL 33954 Monday, May 27 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Collier County Memorial Day Appreciation Weekend Active and Retired Military Personnel free entrance. Hosted by Naples Botanical Garden 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples, FL 34112 Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 9th Annual SNIP Collier Memorial Day 5K Proceeds of this race will go to SNIP Collier. Hosted by Gulf Coast Runners 50 Riverside Cir, Naples, FL 34102 Monday, May 27 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Homers for Heroes ‘24 Hosted by Conquer Athletics Sports Ministry 1600 Fleischmann Blvd, Naples, FL 34102 Monday, May 27 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.